COLUMBUS, Ohio - A newspaper review of law enforcement agencies across central Ohio found that officers were almost always found to be justified in more than 3,000 use-of-force incidents occurring over a four-year period.

COLUMBUS, Ohio - Ohio's public safety director says incidents such as the fatal shooting of an unarmed motorist by a University of Cincinnati police officer underscores the need for strong relationships between police departments and the communities they serve.

DELAWARE, Ohio - A man who jumped a fence to pet cougars at the Columbus zoo and posted video of it on YouTube says he jokingly called "Here, kitty" and moved closer when the animals seemed to respond.

COLUMBUS, Ohio - In a story July 25 about the debate over Ohio's alternative energy targets, The Associated Press misstated the title of Greg Lawson. He is a Statehouse liaison and policy analyst for the Buckeye Institute for Public Policy Solutions, not its lobbyist.

COLUMBUS, Ohio - Jozy Altidore drew a penalty in the box and converted it from the spot in the 89th minute to complete Toronto FC's three-goal rally for a 3-3 draw with Columbus Crew SC on Saturday night.